The anticipation surrounding this year's gaming ceremony was significant, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic photo of a strange statue. The question has been revealed. Larian Studios is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Titled simply Divinity, the game was presented with a bold trailer that included memorable imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the literal opening of infernal gates.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. The studio stated ahead of time that a direct sequel to its venerated RPGs is not currently in development.
Nevertheless, the developer described this new Divinity as a evolution of the main series. This phrasing hints that the team is likely building a faster-paced experience as opposed to another tactical title. For now, it remains theory, as only a teaser video is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is highly rated and arguably it sparked the contemporary revival of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are defined by detailed worlds, choice-driven narratives, and complex character building—qualities that subsequently found massive success in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its setting is classic fantasy, what truly sets Divinity apart is the unprecedented level of trust granted to the player.
Where many modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is full of specialized paths only possible if you're playing as a distinct build with a specific history of choices.
The series is also notoriously permissive, allowing players to experiment throughout the entire experience. Most missions can be solved in diverse methods, often in unexpected fashion.
- You might progress the story because you heeded something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could bypass a challenge by using the world itself in a inventive way.
More to Come
It is this design philosophy that lead fans and critics to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as one of the best role-playing games in history. Now, players can anticipate more where that came from in this legendary franchise.
